Postcode Analysis Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, South West

CASTLE STREET, BH23 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLE STREET, BH23 1DP.

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Population

282

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BH23 1DP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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8/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BH23 1DP combines high owner-occupation (82%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BH23 1DP is a well-regarded residential area on Castle Street, 0.3km from Millhams in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Administratively it sits within Christchurch Town ward and the Christchurch constituency.

For serious buyers, BH23 1DP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 82% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are high (147 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BH23 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00103203 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BH23 1DP. The average age is 54.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime rates near BH23 1DP are high at 147 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour81
Violence and sexual offences56
Shoplifting36
Other theft18
Burglary12

school Local Schools

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The Priory Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.2 km
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Twynham School

Outstanding1820 pupils0.5 km
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Christchurch Learning Centre

Good16 pupils0.8 km
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Christchurch Junior School

Good490 pupils1.0 km
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Christchurch Infant School

Outstanding349 pupils1.0 km
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Mudeford Community Infants' School

Good179 pupils1.3 km
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St Katharine's Church of England Primary School

Good438 pupils1.3 km
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Mudeford Junior School

Outstanding263 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Bargates News0.7 km
  • Shell Filling Station0.9 km
  • SUP Store0.5 km
  • Boots UK Limited0.7 km
  • Boots UK Limited0.2 km
  • + 13 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • The Railway Hotel0.8 km
  • La Mamma0.6 km
  • NADSS Club0.4 km
  • Ludo Lounge Cafe/Bar0.9 km
  • Christchurch Conservative Club0.4 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

43 nearby
  • Hot Bowl Cafe & Bistro0.7 km
  • Matts Refreshments0.8 km
  • Standard Bengal Restaurant0.7 km
  • Masala Bay0.2 km
  • Two Riversmeet Leisure Centre0.6 km
  • + 38 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Bargates Fish & Chips0.7 km
  • Blues0.7 km
  • Don Ninno0.7 km
  • Dragon Palace 20.3 km
  • Greggs0.3 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Brantwood Guest House0.8 km
  • Grosvenor Lodge0.8 km
  • Kings Arms Hotel0.1 km
  • No 1 Brasserie & Bar0.0 km
  • Riversmead0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Food0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Christchurch0.8 km
  • Pokesdown3.6 km
  • Hinton Admiral4.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Priory Corner0.0 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km
  • Town Centre0.2 km